Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Bake
A savory, crowd-pleasing dish featuring crispy potatoes, juicy chicken, and indulgent toppings—perfect as a hearty dinner or side!
Ingredients
For the potato base:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and shredded
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the toppings:
- 1 cup cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup green onions chopped
- ¼ cup ranch dressing optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and crispy.
- Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook thoroughly, shred with forks.
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Layer chicken over roasted potatoes. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the chicken.
- Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
- Add sour cream, green onions, and optional ranch dressing. Serve warm for a satisfying meal.